Bridging the Communication Gap Between Afro-Latino and African American Individuals

Abstract

This article describes a curriculum initiative intended to lay the foundational knowledge for a dialogue between Afro-Latinos and African Americans living in the United States. Afro-Latinos trace their roots to Africa and Latin America; although their physical characteristics are similar to those of African descent, their ethnic backgrounds differ. This initiative targets the preservice teacher who represents the best hope to start such dialogue. Furthermore, the article recommends appropriate instructional materials.

Este artículo describe una iniciativa curricular encaminada a cimentar las bases de conocimiento para un diálogo entre Afro-Latinos y Afro-Americanos en los Estados Unidos. Los Afro-Latinos trazan sus raíces a Africa y América Latina; y aunque sus características físicas son similares a las de otros Afro descendientes, su etnia es diferente. Esta iniciativa está dirigida a los maestros, quienes representan la mejor esperanza para iniciar este diálogo. Además, el artículo recomienda materiales educativos apropiados.

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curriculum Afro-Latinos African Americans teacher education interdisciplinary collaboration

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